Half-time Show

Yesterday marked my 20th week. The family drove to Portland for our first-ever 3D/4D ultrasound appointment. Since this may be our last blessing, we wanted to do it in style. I was so nervous! I worried about seeing the baby on the screen - would it look weird? Would there be a problem? How would I react to knowing the gender?

The technician was a very sweet woman who was also pregnant. She made me feel relaxed and comfortable. The ultrasound began in 2D and we soon discovered that the location of the placenta was causing a problem viewing our little one. Also, the baby was breech and facing my spine. I think s/he was trying to hide from the camera. :)

So, we weren't able to get 3D/4D video or pictures, just the standard ultrasound. But, their policy is to allow a second visit to try again so we will go back in three weeks and see if baby is better positioned and has grown enough to overcome the obstacles.

We DO know the gender for certain. The baby was very cooperative in that area. :) And, we have decided to treasure this knowledge for ourselves for a while before we share with friends and family. With 3 girls, there are a lot of opinions on whether we're having a boy or girl and I want to take the time to allow our little family to get to know this new person and to imagine how life will be when s/he is born. Then there's the name to choose and we take that VERY seriously around here! I know everyone will understand our choice and it won't be secret for long. :)